From Carlisle yesterday we came through towns called Bedford,and Somerset, there was even one named Scotland. One could easily be mistaken for travelling through England! The traffic even at 3pm was diabolical, so it was bumper to bumper as we made our way slowly to the hotel in West Pittsburgh. Paul was exhausted. He hates not knowing where he's meant to be going. One minute we're in one lane and suddenly you find oops you're supposed to go one another ...

I'm working on developing systems for traveling, sleeping, museum-hopping, exercising... it seems best to drive during the day and on back roads so I can maximize sight-seeing opportunities... it also turns out to be the safest way to go, so it's a double win.

... with someone who really enjoys teaching. The ride into downtown Pittsburgh was a desire of mine given its history in steel production. The downtown presents well. It is at the confluence of 3 rivers and so there seem to be more bridges than streets. All steel bridges of course. Exiting the city included a ride in "Steel Valley" where much of the steel manufacturing occurred. Still ...

... with Kenya more and more after each trip. Whatever the reason, it was a spiritual awakening for me. I thank Dr. John for his heart for God’s people and that I can walk alongside him to witness what a servant leader really looks like. I thank the team for being so awesome. I thank God for calling me to minister to the least of these in Kenya. I will hold Your people there, Lord, in my heart forever. ...